boy name
Jake
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#457 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Jake in the US, 1880–2025
Jake first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2004, when 4,473 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 682.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jake a boy or a girl name?
Jake is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jake?
In 2025, Jake ranked #457 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Jake most popular?
Jake was most popular in 2004, when about 4,473 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.